Van Gogh Countryside Escape

Step into the landscapes that inspired some of the most powerful paintings in art history.

Just outside Paris lies the charming village of Auvers-sur-Oise — forever connected to the life and legacy of Vincent van Gogh.

In the final months of his life, Van Gogh painted more than 70 masterpieces here. The rolling wheat fields, quiet village paths, and historic buildings became the inspiration for some of the most emotional paintings in modern art.

On this premium art & countryside experience, you won’t just visit a destination — you will walk through the landscapes that shaped one of the world’s greatest artists.

Expect a perfect blend of:

🎨 Art history
🌿 Scenic countryside walking
🏡 Historic French village charm
📸 Iconic photography locations

This is a carefully curated cultural escape from Paris.

🎨 Auvers-sur-Oise – The Village of Van Gogh
Explore the charming countryside village where the artist created some of his most iconic paintings.

⛪ The Church of Auvers
Visit the famous church immortalized in Van Gogh’s painting The Church at Auvers.

🏛 Maison de Van Gogh Museum
Discover the small inn where Van Gogh spent his final days.

🏰 Château d’Auvers-sur-Oise
A stunning historic castle surrounded by elegant gardens and countryside landscapes.

🍸 Absinthe Museum
Step into the world of this iconic French spirit with a unique tasting experience — non-alcoholic options available too!

🌾 Van Gogh Wheat Fields Walk
Walk through the landscapes that inspired some of the artist’s final masterpieces.

🪦 Van Gogh & Theo Graves
Visit the peaceful cemetery where Vincent and his brother Theo rest side by side.

🌊 Oise River Countryside Trails
Relaxed scenic walking paths along quiet riverbanks.

🌳 Hidden Valley Forest Trails
Discover tranquil woodland paths far away from tourist crowds.

🏡 Traditional French Village Streets
Stone houses, bakeries, cafés, and charming streets that feel frozen in time.

☕ Relaxing Countryside Café Break
Enjoy coffee, pastry, or lunch in a picturesque French village setting.

Start and End Date: Saturday, 16 May.

Meeting Location and Time:

• Option A: Meet inside Paris Gare du Nord at 9:00 am on Saturday.
• Option B: Meet outside Auvers-sur-Oise Train Station at 10:00 am on Saturday.

Note: Exact platform location in Paris Gare du Nord will be advised in the WhatsApp group for confirmed participants the day before the trip.

Finishing Location and Time:

• Option A: Paris Gare du Nord at 5:30 pm on Saturday.
• Option B: Auvers-sur-Oise Train Station at 4.30 pm on Saturday.

Hiking Distance: 12 km from Auvers-sur-Oise and back.

Hiking Duration: ~5–6 hours including breaks.

Elevation Gain: ~150 m.

Hiking Difficulty: Easy to Moderate - Walking through village streets, countryside trails and historical landmarks.

Pace: Relaxed & social.

Kid and Pet Friendly : Yes

What is Included?

• Community Leader and Guide for the entire duration of the trip.
• Transportation for the entire trip starting from the meeting location to the finishing location (depending on ticket selection).
• Scenic countryside hike around Auvers-sur-Oise.
• Guided art & history storytelling throughout the trip.
• Visit to key Van Gogh locations in Auvers-sur-Oise.
• Entry to Château d’Auvers-sur-Oise, Van Gogh Museum and Absinthe Museum.
• Group coordination for train travel (Option A).
• Small friendly group atmosphere.
• Access to a WhatsApp group and Google photos album dedicated for this trip.

Note: Email us immediately if you do not have WhatsApp and we can make alternate arrangements from our end to ensure you do not miss out on any communication.

What to Bring?

Weather is temperament and can vary between raining and sunny weather. Would recommend the following at a minimum:

• Packed lunch for break during hike
• Comfortable walking shoes / hiking shoes
• Light rain jacket
• Rain trousers
• Small day backpack
• Sun protection
• Sunglasses
• Water (minimum 1L)

How to get to Auvers-sur-Oise?

Train: Auvers-sur-Oise can be reached from Paris Gare du Nord in about 1 hour via regional trains.

Regular regional trains run throughout the day.

Need Assistance:
For travel planning help or future multi-day trips, reach out directly:

📲 WhatsApp / SMS
+49 152 2150 6123
+49 151 2486 7229

🕘 9:00 AM – Meet at Paris Gare du Nord
Meet your guide and fellow travelers. After a quick introduction, we board the train to Auvers-sur-Oise.

🚆 9:15 AM – Train Journey to Auvers-sur-Oise
Enjoy a scenic ride through the countryside as we leave Paris behind.

🏡 10:15 AM – Arrival in Auvers-sur-Oise
Introduction to the village and the final chapter of Vincent van Gogh’s life.

🎨 10:30 AM – Visit Maison de Van Gogh
Explore where the artist spent his last 70 days creating iconic works.

⛪ 11:10 AM – Church of Auvers & Village Walk
Visit the famous church from Van Gogh’s painting and stroll through the charming village.

🍸 11:45 AM – Absinthe Museum Visit
Step into the world of this historic French drink with a unique tasting experience.
Non-alcoholic options are available.

🌾 12:30 PM – Countryside Walk through Van Gogh’s Landscapes
Walk through scenic wheat fields and peaceful countryside paths.

🍽 1:30 PM – Lunch Break in the Village
Relax at a café or enjoy your packed lunch.

🏰 2:30 PM – Château d’Auvers-sur-Oise
Explore this historic château with immersive Impressionist exhibitions.

🪦 3:45 PM – Van Gogh & Theo’s Graves
Visit the peaceful resting place of Vincent and his brother Theo.

☕ 4:10 PM – Free Time in Auvers-sur-Oise
Enjoy coffee, explore local shops, or relax in the village square.

🚆 4:30 PM – Return Journey Begins
Head back to Paris by train.

🕔 ~5:30 PM – Arrival at Paris Gare du Nord
End of a beautiful art & countryside escape. 🎨🌿

Step away from the busy streets of Paris and walk through the timeless countryside that inspired one of the world’s greatest artists.

🎨 Art
🌿 Nature
🏡 French countryside charm

Join us for a unique cultural escape into the landscapes of Van Gogh.

• WhatsApp Group: In the ticket confirmation page, you will find a link to a WhatsApp group dedicated to this event. This group is where you can connect with trip mates, coordinate arrival options & stay in touch.

• Google Photos Album: You will find a link in the WhatsApp group description to the shared google photos album where you can upload and view all shared photos and videos from the trip.

• WHATSAPP (fastest): Reach out to us directly by clicking here.
• EMAIL: Reach out to us on [email protected] or by clicking on "Contact the event organizer" option below.
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Info: Meet your guide and fellow travelers. After a quick introduction, we board the train to Auvers-sur-Oise.

Info: Enjoy a scenic ride through the countryside as we leave Paris behind.

Info: Introduction to the village and the final chapter of Vincent van Gogh’s life.

Info: Explore where the artist spent his last 70 days creating iconic works.

Info: Visit the famous church from Van Gogh’s painting and stroll through the charming village.

Info: Visit the famous church from Van Gogh’s painting and stroll through the charming village.

Info: Step into the world of this historic French drink with a unique tasting experience.
Non-alcoholic options are available.

Info: Walk through scenic wheat fields and peaceful countryside paths.

Info: Relax at a café or enjoy your packed lunch.

Info: Explore this historic château with immersive Impressionist exhibitions.

Info: Visit the peaceful resting place of Vincent and his brother Theo.

Info: Enjoy coffee, explore local shops, or relax in the village square.

Info: Head back to Paris by train.

Info: End of a beautiful art & countryside escape.

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